K - Dog Dictionary Definitions

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  Keel

  A term used to describe the shape of a lower chest that is rounded.

• Keeshond

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  Kennel

  A shelter or house where a dog can be enclosed.

• Kennel Cough (See also: Tracheobronchitis)

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  Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca

  Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca or Dry Eye is simply what the name implies; an inflammation and dry eye. It occurs...(continued)

• Kerry Blue Terrier

• Killed Virus Vaccine (KV)

  A vaccine that is administered to stimulate the development of antibodies to help prevent infection from a specific...(continued)

• Kink Tail

  A bent tail, caused by a deformity of the caudal vertebrae.

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  Kiss Marks

  A term used to describe a color marking in dogs where there are tan spots over the eyes and on the cheeks.

• Knee

  The equivalent to the human joint located on the leg which allows movement between the tibia and femur. This joint is protected by the...(continued)

• Knee Joint

• Kneecap

  The patella, which is located over, and protecting the knee joint

• Knitting (See also: Crossing Over)

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  Knuckling Over

  A fault in regards to many breed standards where the weight of the body forces the wrist joint to flex forward due to a...(continued)

• Komondor

• Kooikerhondje

• Korat Cats

• Kuvasz